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Eshel Parents of Trans People & Gender Non-Conforming Support Group

What: This group is for traditional Jewish parents who may be struggling with their child’s gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. When: Fourth Monday of each month, 9:00 PM EST - 8:00 PM CST - 6:00 PM PST Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to […]

St. Louis Parent Meetup

The Eshel Parent Meetup will gather Sunday, March 1st, at 7:30 p.m. in a private home. For details and the location, please contact Pat at pnharris115@gmail.com.

Pre-Purim Eshel Party in Toronto

Join the Eshel community for a Mishloach Manos exchange and pre-Purim gathering! A light dinner and some sweet treats will be served! Costumes and Queer-Feminist Purim Torah very welcome :) Mishloach Manos Exchange: To participate in this exchange, please bring a gift of 2+ treats of $5-8 value*! RSVP: email - toronto@eshelonline.org *If money is […]

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Eshel South Florida LGBTQ+ & Parents Meetup

What: Meet other LGBTQ+ individuals in the area of Miami, Florida! Family members and relatives of LGBTQ+ folks are also welcome to join! Our coordinators speak Spanish and French. When: The third Monday of each month from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Upcoming meetings include: Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only […]

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Eshel Toronto & Montreal LGBTQ+ Meetup

This bi-weekly group for Toronto/Montreal LGBTQ+ folks from Orthodox communities generally meets over Zoom the second Monday of every month, and in-person in Toronto on the fourth Tuesday of the month. For notifications and sign-in information, please register below (You only need to register for this group one time.)

Baltimore/D.C. Meet Up for LGBTQ+ and Parents

Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation […]

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New York City Meetup

Calling all adult members of the NYC queer community who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or “Ortho-curious.” If you are interested in connecting with other individuals who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identity please join us! Members will have the opportunity to mingle and engage in peer-led discussion in a casual and confidential environment. WHAT: A  confidential […]

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LA Orthodox Happy Hour with Eshel and JQ International

LA’s Orthodox and formerly Orthodox LGBTQ+ group is back for a late-night happy hour! When: Biweekly, starting on Tuesday, March 31st at 8:00 pm! Join us for an online gathering to connect and share in our own private virtual space. Anonymity will be honored so please don’t hesitate to reach out. The Zoom link will […]

Get in the mood for Pesach

Get in the mood for Pesach Weds. April 1 @ at 5 pm EASTERN:  Doubt and Delight: The Seder as the Meeting of Curiosity and Gratitude  With Rabbi Steve Greenberg. Register here.

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Baltimore/D.C. Meet Up for LGBTQ+ and Parents

Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation […]

Phone-In LGBTQ+ Support Group

What: Join this anonymous phone-in support group for LGBTQ+ individuals who are unable to attend one of our in-person sessions. When: Fourth Wednesday of every month | 9:00 PM EST Where: Please fill out this form to receive the call-in number. If you have filled out this form before, you are already on a list to receive an email reminder with details […]

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Phone-In Orthodox Parent Support Group

Phone In: Nation Wide

This group is for Orthodox Jewish parents with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender children seeking peer support. We will also discuss ways to help parents and families navigate in their communities and to become advocates for their children. FIRST WEDS OF THE MONTH! This group meets by phone conference call at 6 PM PT/8 PM […]

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Eshel Thursday Happy Hour!

Join Us Eshel's Thursday Happy Hour4 PM EST - 3 PM CST - 2 PM PSTTBDGuest Speaker TBDTry Our Eshel-tini Ingredients: Vodka Grenadine Champagne Blue Curaçao Orange Juice How to: First, mix a 3-to-1 ratio of orange juice and vodka, using mostly orange juice. Pour a desired amount of grenadine down the side of your […]

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Parent community Kabbalat Shabbat-lite

Fancy Hat Kabbalah Shabbat What: Kabbalat Shabbat-lite and say Shabbat Shalom to each other. When: Fridays at 6 pm ET (5 pm CT- 3 pm PT) Bring your siddurim. Wear your fanciest hat, otherwise, come as you are. Sign up for the Orthodox Parent Phone-in Support Group to register.

Women’s New York Area Weekly Meetup

Women's New York Area Meetup on Zoom Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. Meeting Weekly: Every Wednesday from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sign up here for details.

NYC LGBTQ Pre-Pesach Check-in

What: Pre-Pesach check-in! Join us for a quick Zoom call just before Pesach. Chat for 5 minutes or longer, whatever fits your schedule. When: Tuesday, April 7, 2020  | 7:00 pm Sign up here for details.

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Baltimore/D.C. Meet Up for LGBTQ+ and Parents

What: LGBTQ+ folks and parents of DC/Baltimore. Topic TBD WHEN: Sunday, April 12, 2020, at 8:00 pm. Meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday of every month, 7:00-9:00 pm. Where: Please fill out this form to RSVP and for location information.

Kids Talent Showcase

Join Kids Talent Showcase! For more information, write to Miryam at info@eshelonline.org

Toronto Open Mic

We're going to have a virtual open mic night to celebrate Pesach on April 13, from 7-9:30 PM. Sign up to participate by April 6 here.  

Women’s New York Area Weekly Meetup

Women's New York Area Meetup on Zoom Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. Meeting Weekly: Every Wednesday from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sign up here for details.

Eshel Thursday Happy Hour!

Join Us Eshel's Thursday Happy Hour4 PM EST - 3 PM CST - 2 PM PSTThis week: We raise a glass to salute the healthcare workers in our community. If you are out there on the front lines and can join us, we will be on zoom cheering you on.Guest Speaker TBD Try Our Eshel-tini […]

From Memory to Celebration: Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut

with Sunnie Epstein, Director of Eshel's Welcoming Shuls From Memory to Celebration -- Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut We are in the month of "the days" -- historical markers of pivotal events in our lives as Jews; filled with memory and sadness and loss as well as celebration and joy. How are these two dynamics joined? A […]

Eshel Thursday Happy Hour!

Join Us Eshel's Thursday Happy Hour4 PM EST - 3 PM CST - 2 PM PSTLearn about Eshel's Ally Month! Bring an Ally!NEW!Ally MonthAt Eshel, we are holding up our allies during the month of May. In honor of Allies month, raise a glass during Happy Hour Thursdays, tell your story about how an ally has […]